Director of Formulation and Engineering​/ Dietary Supplements

Company Description

America’s leading Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO), our company specializes in end-to-end solutions for the formulation, development, and production of dietary supplements and related products. We partner with brands to bring innovative, high-quality offerings to market through advanced technology, rigorous quality standards, and a strong focus on regulatory compliance. Our teams collaborate across disciplines to streamline product development and manufacturing timelines while ensuring consistency and reliability.

Joining our organization offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment where technical expertise and continuous improvement are highly valued.

The Director of Formulation and Engineering / Dietary Supplements is a full-time, on-site role based in Commack, NY. This position oversees formulation development, process engineering, and technology transfer activities for dietary supplement products, ensuring they meet quality, safety, and regulatory requirements. Day-to-day responsibilities include leading and mentoring engineering and formulation teams, managing project timelines and resources, and coordinating cross-functional efforts with R&D, quality, operations, and supply chain.

The director will guide the design, optimization, and scale-up of manufacturing processes, troubleshoot technical issues, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. The role also includes evaluating new technologies, supporting client engagements, and contributing to strategic planning for product and process innovation.

• Engineering Management and Team Leadership skills to direct multidisciplinary teams, allocate resources, and build a high-performance culture.
• Project Management and Integration skills to coordinate complex initiatives, align stakeholders, and ensure successful transfer from development to manufacturing.
• Experience with Software Development or engineering software tools relevant to process design, data analysis, and documentation in an industrial or manufacturing context.
• Extensive background in formulation development and process engineering for dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, or related regulated products.
• Strong knowledge of cGMP, regulatory guidelines, and quality systems applicable to nutritional and dietary supplement manufacturing.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities, with attention to detail and a focus on practical implementation.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, including the ability to work with internal teams and external clients at multiple levels.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, or a related technical field; an advanced degree is preferred.
• Proven leadership experience in a CDMO, dietary supplements, or life sciences manufacturing environment is highly beneficial.